Yesterday I braved the hordes of last minute shoppers and made a mad dash to Target for some very special little toys. The other day our officers worked a DUI crash. One of the cars involved held a small family who had their trunk full of Christmas gifts for their little boy, who was also … Continue reading small acts of kindness + christmas magic
The other morning my officer got home from work just as I was getting ready for work myself. As he was getting ready for bed and I was heading out the door, I asked him how his shift was. “It was a rough one” was all he said. I looked over at him, sitting on … Continue reading the weight of the badge
Verses: John 14:27 says "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." James 4:10 says "Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. Romans 12:2 says "Do not … Continue reading the power of surrender
Verse: Psalm 46:10 says “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 37:7 says “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him.” Devo: The other day I went for a walk with the dog, just as I do every single morning. We started out down the sidewalk in our neighborhood, and as … Continue reading be still + know
Last week we talked about the importance of proclaiming truth over our homes. God's word is powerful! It has meaning. We also can proclaim truths over our officers. I have always prayed for my officer (even when we were kids), but since he has become a part of this blue life my prayers have shifted … Continue reading speaking truths over our officers
Verses: Ephesians 4:2 says "Be always humble, gentle, and patient. Show your love by being tolerant with one another." Proverbs 15:18 says "Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace." 1 Corinthians 13:4 says "Love is patient and kind; it is not jealous or conceited or proud." Devo: Are you following along with Wives on … Continue reading love is patient {the love dare}
Verse: Exodus 33:14 says: And the Lord said “I will personally go with you, Moses, and I will give you rest-everything will be fine for you.” Devo: This part of Exodus has always been a favorite story of mine, because it depicts so clearly God's love and protection of His children. What I love the most … Continue reading i will personally go with you + i will give you rest
Verse: John 1:16 says "From His fullness we have all received grace upon grace." Psalm 139:14 says "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Devo: This morning was a rough one. I got home from work around 10 last night and made a … Continue reading grace
Our posts on pick me up quotes (see it here) and verses of encouragement (see it here) were so popular we decided to add to the series...with some special verses for your LEO! "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." [Joshua 1:9] … Continue reading 10 verses for leos who need encouragement
Last week we shared some sayings and quotes that serve as little 'pick me ups' for when we're feeling down (find that post here and our Pinterest board here). As promised, here's our top 10 favorite bible verses for when we need a little extra encouragement: "I loved you at your darkest." [Romans 5:8] "Do … Continue reading 10 verses for leows who are feeling down
